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Visa’s Corporate IT group has embarked on a major transformational journey. We will not follow the 'traditional' IT playbook of simply purchasing off the shelf solutions and stitching them together. We are transforming ourselves into a true engineering organization where we put customer experience first, create highly leveraged platforms with a heavy emphasis on operational excellence such as ensuring our platforms and services are unbreakable. Where we choose to continue with packaged software we will invent our way around their limitations such as poor UI or scale.

Essential Functions

Lead the development and launch of the global End User Technology strategy from concept to delivery with a focus on new technologies particularly open extensible platforms.
Development and management of the teams to manage the demands from projects and technology upgrades including near term direction for global vendor strategy, technology strategy and global alignment of networks.
Oversee all phases of operations and technology projects including budgeting, planning, implementation, maintenance, administration, construction, staffing and logistics.
Strong people management skills with demonstrated ability to grow and mentor a high performing team.
Direct the continuous and secure operation, administration and maintenance of the corporate computing and networking infrastructure, including development of Risk Management, Identity/Access Management, Information Security and Privacy, and Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plans.
Analyze, automate, monitor and ensure the resiliency of the corporate landscape.
Drive organizational transformations along dimensions such as deep partnerships and agile collaboration with business, fostering a culture that encourages innovation.
Drive technical architecture and infrastructure planning as well as system hardware and software engineering activities.
Ensure that Information Security and risk management are embedded within the culture requiring continuous improvement to a complex set of functions to coordinate security and compliance risks related to information systems and assets.
Ensure that the End User operations are conducted according to corporate standards, and in compliance with external standards as defined in company objectives (e.g., ITIL, COBIT, ISO27001/27002 and similar).
Establish standards and governance in future acquisitions to mitigate risk and maximize technology stability.

This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.

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What You Should Know About Chief Systems Engineer , Visa

At Visa, we’re looking for a dedicated Chief Systems Engineer to join our dynamic Corporate IT group in Austin. We’re on an exciting transformational journey and are moving beyond traditional IT methods. Instead of just piecing together off-the-shelf solutions, we aim to create customer-first experiences and robust platforms that excel in operational excellence. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead the development and launch of a global End User Technology strategy touching on new technologies, especially open extensible platforms. You’ll oversee all phases of technology projects - from budgeting and planning to implementation and maintenance - ensuring our corporate computing and networking infrastructure runs securely and efficiently. With a focus on people management, you’ll cultivate a high-performing team, driving organizational transformations that promote innovation. Your focus will span vital areas such as Risk Management, Information Security, and Disaster Recovery plans to ensure the resilience of our corporate landscape. You will also ensure that our practices comply with corporate and external standards like ITIL and ISO. This hybrid role allows you to enjoy the flexibility of working from home while being in the office 2-3 days a week when business needs arise. If you have a passion for driving technical excellence and fostering collaboration, we encourage you to embark on this journey with us.

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What are the main responsibilities of a Chief Systems Engineer at Visa?

As a Chief Systems Engineer at Visa, you'll be tasked with leading the development of a global End User Technology strategy and managing the entire lifecycle of technology projects. This includes overseeing budgeting, implementation, and maintenance while ensuring all practices align with regulatory standards like ITIL and ISO. You'll also drive operational excellence and innovation to enhance customer experiences.